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Fraudulent Website Warning gets privacy boost in iOS 14.5

February 11, 2021
Apple’s Fraudulent Website Warning is designed to alert you when you’re about to visit a website that is known to host malware, or that is believed to be a phishing site. Previously, that check consulted a database hosted on a Google server, but as of iOS 14.5 it instead uses an Apple proxy to better protect user privacy. That adds an extra layer of privacy to the protection Apple was already…
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Google Store UK drops Pixel 4a 5G to £399 as part of Valentine’s Day sale

February 11, 2021
The Google Store in the UK is offering a sizeable £100 off the Pixel 4a 5G, bringing the price down to £399 as part of a mini Valentine’s Day sale. This limited-time offer puts the Pixel 4a 5G at a price comparable to that of the standard Pixel 4a — which is priced at £349. For a £50 jump you’re getting quite a sizeable upgrade in the chipset and overall device capabilities. 5G support…
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Xiaomi disassembles the Mi 11 on video, phone seems fairly easy to repair

February 11, 2021
Xiaomi posted an official disassembly video of its new global flagship, the Mi 11. The video highlights key specs as much as it gives a detailed look at the construction of the phone. No need to bring out your Xiaomi precision screwdriver set, just hit play. Naturally, the video has been edited to make everything smooth and seamless. That said, it does look like the battery comes out easily…
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Motorola signs deal with rugged phone maker Bullitt Group

February 11, 2021
Bullit Group, the rugged phone maker that owns the Cat, Kodak и Land Rover smartphone brands has agreed to a long-term brand partnership deal with Motorola. The UK-based company will develop and market Moto-branded rugged phones which will be drop-proof and shockproof as…
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Huawei adds route planning and public transit to Petal Maps

February 11, 2021
Huawei has been developing and improving its ecosystem at a rapid pace, and now it has brought another update to make you feel comfortable within the HMS. Starting this week, Petal Maps offers public transit navigation in 16 countries and provides cycling route planning in 11 countries. The new enhanced version of Petal Maps brings multiple route options, duration, and detailed information to…
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